Become New with John Ortberg

21. Step 6: The One Step that Separates Growth from Stagnation - John Ortberg

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Feb 10, 2025
Explore the vital role of acknowledging wrongs for spiritual growth and healing. Discover how honesty and vulnerability can transform personal struggles into paths of acceptance. Learn about the journey toward forgiveness, which fosters deeper connections with the divine. The power of love and absolution is highlighted as a way to release shame and achieve inner peace, illustrating the emotional challenges faced along the way.
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ADVICE

Wholehearted Commitment

  • Give yourself wholeheartedly to each step.
  • Don't treat the 12 steps as a to-do list.
INSIGHT

The Power of Confession

  • Confessing sins is crucial for healing, especially in addiction.
  • Many people avoid step five due to humiliation.
ANECDOTE

John's Experience with Step Five

  • John Ortberg shared his experience with step five with his friend Rick.
  • After confessing, Rick told John he had never loved him more.
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